Keeping Culture Alive

A documentary about Hongkongers settling in Sutton.

Our club members have worked incredibly hard on a documentary, which premiered at a cinema right here in Sutton! Tom McDaniel, one of the long-standing officers of Sutton FilmMakers, edited and spearheaded this project.

What is the film Keeping Culture Alive about?

In recent years, many people from Hong Kong have chosen Sutton as their home. This documentary explores how they are preserving their culture in the lead-up to the Mid-Autumn Festival, which takes place on Sutton High Street.

Keeping Culture Alive was made in 2024 by Sutton FilmMakers in collaboration with the Hong Kong community.

About the Film: 

  • A film by Sutton FilmMakers about Hongkongers who’ve made Sutton their home, delving into how they’re keeping their culture alive in the build-up to the Mid-Autumn Festival.
  • Run Time: 18 minutes

A documentary-style promotional video filmed and edited by members of Sutton FilmMakers on behalf of Sutton Council.

We would like to say a huge thank you to all the participants from the Hong Kong community! They were incredibly generous with their time and always such a kind and joyful group. Their willingness to share their lives with us made this documentary truly special.

Sutton FilmMakers Film - Keeping Culture Alive

Here is the full film – Keeping Culture Alive

Pictures From The Shoots

Here are some pictures from the shoots and the premiere at Throwley Yard Cinema.

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